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‘TMOG’ Star Mackenzie McKee Gushes Over Her Mom Amid Cancer Battle: ‘I’d Be So Lost Without You’

Reality TV

Jul 30, 2019 5:31 pm·

By Samantha Benitz

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Their bond is stronger than ever. Teen Mom OG star Mackenzie McKee posted an appreciative message about her brave mother, Angie Douthit, amid her ongoing cancer battle. The MTV alum took to Twitter with a heartwarming post on Tuesday, July 30, revealing that she started off her day right with an “encouraging” text from her mom. Mackenzie expressed how grateful she is to have Angie in her life at this point, only a month after revealing that her mom is “staying positive” despite her current health issues. Scroll through the gallery below for all of the latest details.

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Overcoming Obstacles

Mackenzie’s mother, Angie, has continued to inspire fans everywhere with her strength and bravery while battling stage 4 cancer.

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Beautiful Bond

It’s been a long and tough road for the mother-daughter duo, but they are both treasuring every moment spent together. The MTV alum most recently took to Twitter with a sweet message about Angie on July 30.

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Feeling Grateful

“Waking up at 5:00 a.m. to such an encouraging random text from my momma @angiedouthit I’d be so lost without you,” Mackenzie wrote. “I will cherish these simple things forever.”

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Staying Strong

Angie replied, “Love u strong one!” Meanwhile, another fan showed some support writing, “Keep ya head up girl … you’re doing a great job … can’t wait to see you on Monday’s episode … I’ve always loved watching you.”

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New Beginnings

Mackenzie revealed that her mother was diagnosed with brain and lung cancer back in January 2018. Now, fans will get to hear updates about the brood as Mackenzie’s family will appear on TMOG starting August 5.

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Looking Ahead

“They want to start me on chemo next week,” Angie says in a teaser for the upcoming episode.

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Health Struggles

“You were the glue that was holding it all together,” Mackenzie responds, while breaking down. “And when that glue melts … I feel like I’m going to fall apart.”

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Good Times

Mackenzie last shared a series of photos featuring her mom on July 21, taking to Instagram to share memories from their vacation.

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Loved Ones

“I wouldn’t want to take on New York with anyone else. Black out and all,” the reality star captioned the snap.

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Inspiring Others

Angie also posted a statement about their getaway on her page. “Yesterday was a very blessed day. We fly home tomorrow. And … no power outages! The best part of the day was getting to share my cancer story with some incredible people,” she wrote.

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Spreading Positivity

“It made our short vacation completely worth it,” the new MTV alum continued. “I love to share my story. And, I love to hear others share their story.”

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Showing Love

Back in June, Mackenzie shared a touching tribute about her mom’s amazing mindset.

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True Warrior

“Laying on her back, horrible pneumonia on top of stage 4 lung cancer spreading through her body, and unable to [breathe] without her oxygen mask,” she began.

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